Healthy Living - Parenting Healthy

Comment: I was sent product for this feature. I am happy to partner with this brand. There may be affiliate links contained within the article. Thank you for visiting.

Slammers Organic Crushed Superfruit Smoothie Snacks Now with Wellmune

If your children have discovered the amazing Slammers superfood smoothie snacks I have some new news to share about the brand! Slammers is introducing a new immunity ingredient – Wellmune®.

Wellmune is a leading science-based natural beta glucan derived from baker’s yeast, clinically shown to help strengthen the immune system. Wellmune is now added to the Slammers blend of nutrient-dense fruits, veg & grains to offer unparalleled nutrition designed to fuel active kids, everywhere.

The ingredients in Slammers Superfruit Smoothie Snacks come from certified organic farms. There is no added sugars or artificial ingredients. They are packed with superfoods and antioxidants and are a great way to introduce them to superfruit flavors. They have really gone far out and made these pouches for the older child to want for lunches and snacks after practice. I eat them! Seriously! They are delicious!

Slammers has also changed their look making it even more appealing to kids ages 6-12. There are 5 delicious flavors – Awesome (Strawberry & Acai), Burst (Watermelon Kiwi), Chill’n (Banana & Blueberry), Epic (Mango & Orange) and Crush (Pomegranate & Grape). See them all at SlammersSnack s website here.

Find Slammers at Target, Walmart and in the applesauce aisle in Supermarkets across the U.S.

Make sure to visit our 2020 Fall Foodie Series Live now!

Education, Healthy Living

4 dangerous careers: do the benefits outweigh the risks?

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 Erin Sluka

Want an exciting career? Whether you’re just starting out or thinking of a big change, it’s important to think long and hard about your career. While some people are happy working to live, others want excitement, progression and energy in their careers. You might want something that develops your skills or pushes you physically.

However all careers of this nature have risks. Dangerous careers mean that you could face injury, illness or death. Here are some examples of dangerous careers where you need to decide whether the benefits outweigh the risks.

Armed forces

There are lots of positives of going into the armed forces. You get to travel, meet interesting people and develop your skills. You’ll become physically fit and learn how to solve problems in a high risk environment. However, a career in the armed forces isn’t to be considered lightly. Burns, stress fractures and hearing problems are common (already affected and wondering: how can I receive VA disability benefits after burn pit exposure? You will need to submit an application). Plus, many veterans experience PTSD, which indicates the severity of this career. Make sure you know what you’re getting into.

Stunts

You don’t get more exciting than working in stunts. Not only do you get to perform super cool tricks, but you’ll spend your day on a film set and meet lots of famous people. You’ll even pretend to be some of them. However, working in stunts is dangerous. Stuntmen and women face serious accidents and injuries every day, and need to be very well trained. You’ll need to be highly skilled and not phased by scuffs or scrapes.

Police officer

Like working in the armed forces, there are lots of benefits of working in the police. If you’re someone who wants to make the world a better place and keep danger off the streets, it could be a great career choice. But, working as a police officer isn’t easy. You risk being injured or killed in the line of duty and will need to make difficult decisions. You will work long, unsociable hours and may need to do overtime. Plus, you might witness some unpleasant crime scenes. So, you’ll need to do some serious deliberating before going into this field.

Firefighter

The thought of being a firefighter is exciting. It’s another profession that involves being highly trained and having great physical fitness. It can be incredibly rewarding, as you’ll be saving lives regularly. But, like working in the police, you might work unsociable hours and see some distressing scenes. Not being able to save someone could have a significant impact on your own mental health. And, you put your own life at risk. Facing dangerous fires and structurally unsound buildings, there is the chance of injury or death while in action, so it’s not a decision to be taken lightly.

Healthy Living, Infant Toddler Products, Natural Products, Parenting

Mommy’s Bliss New Prenatal Supplements and Multivitamins for Moms

September 15, 2020September 15, 2020 Erin Sluka

Comment: I was provided samples

Mommy's Bliss New Prenatal Supplements and Multivitamins for Moms

When attending BabyBoom last month I got to learn that Mommy’s Bliss was expanding to include ‘Mom’ in their product line up. That is, multivitamins and prenatal supplements for Mom. Mommy’s Bliss brings the safest ingredients together for baby and kids in the form of cough relief, tummy pain relief, gum relief, immunity and more. Now it is only fitting to include products Mom needs for her own health before, during and after pregnancy.

Mommy’s Bliss multivitamins have the essential vitamins and minerals your baby needs for healthy development plus the nutritional support you need for a happy, healthy pregnancy.

4 Prenatal Supplements and Multivitamins

They have 2 prenatal supplements – Prenatal Regularity Support Gummies and Prenatal Omega + DHA Gummies and there are 2 prenatal vitamins – Prenatal Multivitamins + Iron capsules and Prenatal Multivitamin + Probiotics capsules. All have natural ingredients safe for you and Baby’s body. These are free of artificial flavors or colors, dairy, gluten or soy and the top 8 allergens.

Mommy’s Bliss multivitamins and supplements are designed to target the issues affecting moms-to-be most: gas, nausea, constipation, low energy, and restlessness. Don’t forget to take care of YOU!

Mommy’s Bliss products are available at Target and Amazon. Make sure to visit Mommy’s Bliss website for more information about all of their products for Mom, Baby and the older kids too!

Want more baby topics like this? Visit our 2020 FALL-ing for Baby Series

Food, Healthy Living, Natural Foods

Benefits of Honey for Immunity, Cold Symptoms and Wellness

August 17, 2020August 17, 2020 Erin Sluka

Benefits of Honey

MGO is a substance in Manuka Honey that attacks germs and other invasive bacteria in your body. Pacific Resources International provides top-quality high MGO Manuka Honey to strengthen the human body.

You will find several drops and lollipops or you can just consume some from the jar for symptoms such as sore throats. One of the benefits of honey is that it is effective for treating sore throat with its anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antifungal properties. Honey coats the inner lining of the throat and destroys the harmful microbes while simultaneously soothing the throat.

Another benefit is that it is also great for gastritis. It is known to support gut health as a prebiotic (due to the presence of oligosaccharides). Its anti-inflammatory properties may also positively impact inflammatory bowel disease.

Which UMF is right for you?

Manuka Honey is measured as UMF 5+, 10+, 15+ and 20+ varieties. UMF is an extra certification; jars that have this extra certification have a UMF logo on the jar. Which one is right for you? UMF 5+ has natural benefits. It is the most similar to benefits in any trusted source and natural plant. As you get higher in the UMF, you get the best natural benefits offered from its healing and antimicrobial properties.

If you are healthy and not in immediate need of a wide range of healing you can still benefit from UMF 5+ and 10+ just fine and feel good about your source and have it to rely on when minor ailments arise like colds and such.

If you suffer from ailments like chronic acid reflux, chronic sinusitis, eczema and other such conditions that Manuka honey can help bring you relief you would want some that is 15+ or higher, but start small and work up from there.

Pacific Resources International has a wide range of these products in several forms from honey sticks (my son devoured ours), nuggets, lollipops, jars and more. Whether you want the benefits of honey to soothe a sore throat, help cold symptoms or coat your tummy, Manuka honey should be readily available in every home. I always keep my cupboards stocked.

Visit PRI today and stock up for the cold season and back to school! Don’t forget to send some with your college student if they are returning to campus. Make sure they are aware of the benefits of honey as you stock them up.